Got keyboards, but no control? The Novation ReMOTE ZeRO SL is a fantastic desktop controller with the screen and automapping technology from the award-winning SL range of Novation keyboards… The ZeRO SL is a first for the company and a move away from an instrument or all-in-one controller keyboard towards a focussed control surface. Additionally, the removal of keys brings with it a large reduction in cost, which makes the Novation ReMOTE ZeRO SL the most affordable way to experience the benefits of Novation’s Automap technology.

In conjunction with Automap, the Novation ReMOTE ZeRO SL offers a huge amount of assignable controls, including 8 musically-responsive trigger pads. All of these are pre-programmed in 32 Manual Templates onboard the unit, so that the SL works with the most popular software instruments, whether Automapping or not. A stylish Template Editor software package is also included, allowing quick and easy construction or modification of Manual and Automap Templates, through the selection of named parameters, rather than arduously looking up MIDI data.

With all of these features combined in one compact and extremely portable device, the Novation ReMOTE ZeRO SL is a highly desirable control surface for studio and live performances alike. Sitting at an elevated angle, the Novation ReMOTE ZeRO SL fits neatly behind a querty keyboard for quick access and minimum space consumption. Whether wanting to taste the future of MIDI controlling or just acquiring a comprehensive control surface for tailoring to a specific need, the ZeRO SL is the perfect choice for anyone into music creation, from complete beginners to the consummate pro.

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  Two more high profile Novation users offer their unique insights into the lives of pro musicians on the road and in the studio, and now you have the chance to interact with them!

• Novation win prestigious Queen’s Award

  Every year a select group of British companies are recognised by the Queen for their outstanding contribution to industry, and this year Novation, a division of Focusrite Audio Engineering Ltd., is one of them.

• Björk Rocks Coachella Festival...with a Lemur!

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• Automap Universal: Free Download

  Automap Universal; Available to all SL users as a FREE download

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• Seiji (Bugz In The Attic) chooses Novation

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• Part 3: Section 2: MIDI Controllers (without keys)

  It’s fair to say that whatever your keyboard playing skills there is a controller out there for you, as we’ve already seen in section 1 of this part of our computer music guide. But what if you don’t want a keyboard? Or what happens if you already have a keyboard and just want some extra controls to manipulate your music software? Fortunately there are many MIDI controllers without keyboards that will fit your needs.